BMW iX3 impresses in long-term test with almost 62,000 miles

The German publication Auto Bild encountered no significant issues with the iX3 during the test period. The only noted problem was an occasional jerk that has been attributed to the EV’s recuperation. The stolen radar sensor wasn’t BMW’s fault, and the logbook that contains notes from different drivers highly praises the electric compact SUV. However, there was some minor criticism regarding the charging speed, which is somewhat slow compared to newer electric cars. Back in 2021, the BMW iX3’s 150kW was pretty good for a 74kWh battery.

The teardown also revealed no weaknesses. The battery still shows an excellent state of health of 100% in a brief dynamic test performed by Dekra. The rear-wheel-drive motor showed an expected slight abrasion of the carbon brushes. BMW opted for an externally excited synchronous motor with 210 kW peak power. The chassis components are apparently well-equipped to handle the G08's high weight of roughly 5,000 lbs and showed no irregularities. Furthermore, the Dekra engineers apparently found no other issues, such as rust or interior wear, as the video mentions nothing of the sort.

Overall, this is an excellent result for the BMW and a good sign for the new iX3 Neue Klasse. Even an apparent press car selected by BMW has to prove itself over such a long test period. This is good news for used car or EV buyers. The cheapest used iX3 in Germany currently starts at approximately €24,000, but it has almost 124,000 miles. More decent models start at around €30,000, and the facelift from late 2021 is currently available for roughly €35,000. Please note that this test revolves around the German model variant of the BMW iX3. The all-electric G08 isn't available in North America.